INTRODUCTION: The story of Ruth shows us God’s grace even in the time of the judges when every man did that which was right in his own eyes. This chapter sets the scene for the glorious blessings God would bestow on Naomi and Ruth. A simple outline of the book would be as follows: Chapter 1—Ruth Remaining; Chapter 2—Ruth Reaping; Chapter 3—Ruth Resting; Chapter 4—Ruth Rewarded. Yet, chapter 1 actually focuses not so much upon Ruth as upon Naomi. • Begins with a famine and ends with fulness. • Begins with a funeral and ends with a wedding (happy ending) • Esther and Ruth are the only two books named after women—both Gentiles. Ruth is a Gentile woman who marries a Jewish man. Esther—a Jewish bride who marries a Gentile husband.
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